Senior iOS Software Engineer

Details

Perplexity AI is looking for a Senior iOS Engineer to join a small team revolutionizing the way people search and interact with the internet. You will be responsible for building new experiences and improving the performance of Perplexity’s iOS app. The ideal candidate should have strong programming skills, an interest in search and large language models, and a passion for delivering a great UX backed by a quality UI.

Responsibilities

• Develop a native iOS app for Perplexity's evolving product
• Define processes around mobile development, including planning, testing, releasing, and monitoring
• Work with the core team to design and implement novel mobile experiences

Qualifications

• 5+ years industry experience
• Strong Swift fundamentals and a proven track record of working with a modern iOS stack built with Swift, SwiftUI (iOS 16+) and UIKit
• Enjoys the craft of building nice UI, creating a good UX, and writing reusable and testable code
• Understands low-level intricacies, and knows how to profile and measure app performance and speed
• Comfortable working with a small, fast-moving team, and willing to dive in and take ownership
• A passion for iOS development and experimenting with what's new in each iteration of iOS and iPadOS

Nice to have

• Experience with related platforms like macOS and tools like Mac Catalyst
• Experience with WebSockets, HTTP
• Experience with concurrency and multithreading (GCD, critical sections, race conditions)

Compensation & Benefits

• Cash compensation range: $180,000 - $220,000 per year. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including experience and expertise, and may vary from listed amounts.
• Equity: In addition to the base salary, equity may be part of the total compensation package.
• Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents. Includes a 401(k) plan.